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AOC has launched its flagship eSports gaming monitors, the AGON PRO AG246FK 540Hz & the AGON PRO AG256F 390Hz.
AOC Aims The eSports Segment With Its AGON PRO AG246FK 540Hz & AG256F 390Hz Gaming Monitors
Press Release: AGON by AOC – one of the world’s leading gaming monitor1 and IT accessories brands – proudly introduces two groundbreaking monitors designed to elevate competitive gaming to unprecedented heights. The AGON PRO AG246FK and AG256FS set new standards in the esports arena, offering unparalleled refresh rates and exceptional image quality for professional gamers and aspiring esports athletes.
AG246FK: Redefining speed with 540 Hz
The AGON PRO AG246FK features a cutting-edge latest-generation 24.1-inch FHD Ultra-Fast TN esports panel, which delivers an extraordinary 540 Hz refresh rate – the highest in the market.
This revolutionary speed ensures ultra-smooth gameplay and minimal motion blur, giving esports professionals the competitive edge they demand. At 540 Hz, with a frame time of just 1.85 ms between individual frames and pixel transition times of up to 0.5 ms GtG, the AG246FK provides near-instantaneous visual updates, allowing players to react faster than ever before. Being a wide-colour-gamut monitor with 99.6% sRGB and 94.7% DCI-P3 coverage as well as DisplayHDR 400 certification, the AG246FK also offers stunning visuals without compromising on performance.
AG256FS: Balancing speed and color with 390 Hz
The AGON PRO AG256FS boasts a 24.5-inch FHD Fast IPS panel, combining a 390 Hz refresh rate with superior color reproduction and wide viewing angles known from IPS technology, with an impressive responsiveness of up to 1 ms GtG. This monitor strikes the perfect balance between speed and image quality, making it ideal for competitive gamers who refuse to compromise on visual fidelity in the slightest. Its 99.1% sRGB gamut coverage, as well as DisplayHDR 400 ensure a vibrant and immersive gaming experience.
Ready for the stage: esports-ready features
Both monitors feature an MBR (Motion Blur Reduction) mode, which uses strobing backlight technology to achieve an impressive 0.3 ms MPRT, resulting in exceptionally clear motion and reduced blur in fast-paced games. Additionally, both models come equipped with Adaptive-Sync support for variable refresh rates as well, ensuring tear-free gameplay across a wide range of frame rates.
The monitors’ low input lag provides an immediate response to player actions, a critical factor in high-stakes competitive gaming. Both models feature three calibrated FPS esports modes with different saturation and pixel overdrive modes for a hassle-free gaming experience from day one.
The ergonomic stand features a sturdy yet compact, thin “esports” base, allowing gamers to position their mouse and keyboard exactly as they prefer, while also enabling tilt, swivel, pivot, and 130 mm height adjustment. This design not only saves desk space but also caters to the specific needs of professional players who require precise peripheral placement in fast-paced games, while the built-in USB hub with 4x USB 3.2 ports offers convenient connectivity options for their gaming peripherals. The RGB Light FX feature enables synchronization with other AOC gear such as keyboard, mouse, or headset, creating a cohesive and immersive gaming environment. A puck-shaped QuickSwitch controller connected via the monitor’s USB port allows gamers to adjust the OSD setting or monitor presets easily.
Pricing and availability
With the introduction of these groundbreaking monitors, AGON by AOC reaffirms its position as the leading innovator in the gaming monitor market, providing esports professionals and enthusiasts with the tools they need to achieve victory.
The AGON PRO AG246FK and AG256FS will be available from mid-August 2024. The AG246FK is priced at an MSRP of £599.00, while the AG256FS is available for an MSRP of £379.99. Both models come with AGON by AOC’s comprehensive 3-year warranty, ensuring peace of mind for professional gamers and enthusiasts alike.